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WEDNESDAY, October 3, 2012 — An anchor for a CBS affiliate in LaCrosse, Wis., used a hurtful comment from a viewer about her weight as an opportunity to launch an on-air tirade against online bullying. The video has since gone viral, and the anchor said she’s received an outpouring of support from friends and strangers.

Everyday Health video correspondent Stephanie Sy gives her view on the topic, saying “we are not models or fitness instructors, our job as journalists, even ones on TV, is not to look perfect, but to inform."

Watch the video for more of Stephanie's thoughts about the criticism on-air media professionals face, and tell us what you think in the comments section below.

Tell us: Do you think it's fair to criticize on-air personalities for the way they look? (Note: Mobile users will not be able to comment.)